2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 957 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Sportage | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 36 L |
